Media professionals in the UAE and across the globe can now explore the changing dynamics of the media industry as the UAE is going to host the first Global Media Congress that will take place next year.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed announced on Sunday. He said that the UAE was a ‘global host and an efficient platform for the entire media sector because of its integrated digital infrastructure’.

The event is said to take place in Abu Dhabi from November 15 to 17, 2022, and will be organised by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company along with State news agency WAM.

Sheikh Mansour also shared that the UAE has a legal and legislative environment as well as attractive living standards for all nationalities and international companies in the media and cultural industries.

The event aims to be an exceptional platform where the media sector can thrive in modern practices. The Congress will have a media conference and exhibitions to help media organisations discuss partnerships and agreements to provide useful and credible content.

The event is expected to see various media leaders, global influencers, academics, and students attend in large numbers. The event will also discuss topics like digital communication, artificial intelligence, advanced technologies, and innovation in the media sector.

Sessions and seminars focusing on journalism, radio, television, the internet, social media, and international influencers will be held. The event is also intended to provide a platform to international companies interested in engaging in media markets in the Gulf region, the Middle East, and North Africa.